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Victoria Zal
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Torrance, CA 90505  (Online Only)
You matter! I'm here to assist you in making your relationships succeed, starting with communication that makes a difference. Together we will uncover your beauty and resilience. Begin your quest to heal, understand and find answers, as well as empower your positive growth. Besides my passion for relationships, couples therapy, psychology, art and life I have experience with parenting, marriage, divorce, dating, couples issues, dealing with family members with ADHD, autism, depression, anxiety, low self esteem, grief, loss, immigration, teenagers, not fitting in and much more. Call/Text 310.746.7223
You matter! I'm here to assist you in making your relationships succeed, starting with communication that makes a difference. Together we will uncover your beauty and resilience. Begin your quest to heal, understand and find answers, as well as empower your positive growth. Besides my passion for relationships, couples therapy, psychology, art and life I have experience with parenting, marriage, divorce, dating, couples issues, dealing with family members with ADHD, autism, depression, anxiety, low self esteem, grief, loss, immigration, teenagers, not fitting in and much more. Call/Text 310.746.7223
(310) 494-2783 View (310) 494-2783
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Savanna Petruccelli
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
I know it’s not easy to ask for help. The truth is, everyone feels stuck at some point in our lives and that’s completely normal. We are relational beings and aren’t meant to navigate these challenges alone. Finding a therapist who you connect with is a brave decision that can truly change your outlook on life. Maybe you are struggling with what seems to be an unsolvable problem and are tired of feeling the way that you do. Maybe you feel lonely, unheard, or frustrated in your interpersonal relationship.
I know it’s not easy to ask for help. The truth is, everyone feels stuck at some point in our lives and that’s completely normal. We are relational beings and aren’t meant to navigate these challenges alone. Finding a therapist who you connect with is a brave decision that can truly change your outlook on life. Maybe you are struggling with what seems to be an unsolvable problem and are tired of feeling the way that you do. Maybe you feel lonely, unheard, or frustrated in your interpersonal relationship.
(310) 340-6902 View (310) 340-6902
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Jimna Mendoza
Pre-Licensed Professional, ACSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505  (Online Only)
Life's challenges, including struggles with self-esteem, personal identity, relationships, existential anxiety, and trauma often leave us feeling overwhelmed and uncertain. I offer support to navigate these difficulties, helping you regain hope and strength. In a nonjudgmental therapeutic environment, we explore your experiences, concerns, and goals. Together, we examine the past to illuminate present challenges, fostering problem-solving skills for interpersonal situations while maintaining self-respect and positive relationships.
Life's challenges, including struggles with self-esteem, personal identity, relationships, existential anxiety, and trauma often leave us feeling overwhelmed and uncertain. I offer support to navigate these difficulties, helping you regain hope and strength. In a nonjudgmental therapeutic environment, we explore your experiences, concerns, and goals. Together, we examine the past to illuminate present challenges, fostering problem-solving skills for interpersonal situations while maintaining self-respect and positive relationships.
(626) 631-7592 View (626) 631-7592
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Elizabeth (Betsy) McBride
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
We all want to feel good about ourselves. We want positive healthy relationships and live our lives as fully as possible. But sometimes life or relationships can become difficult and overwhelming. People come to therapy because they want to feel better. I respect the courage it takes to reach out for help in seeking a greater understanding of yourself and to work toward personal growth. My role as a therapist is to help you overcome the obstacles keeping you from feeling the way you want and from fully enjoying your life.
We all want to feel good about ourselves. We want positive healthy relationships and live our lives as fully as possible. But sometimes life or relationships can become difficult and overwhelming. People come to therapy because they want to feel better. I respect the courage it takes to reach out for help in seeking a greater understanding of yourself and to work toward personal growth. My role as a therapist is to help you overcome the obstacles keeping you from feeling the way you want and from fully enjoying your life.
(424) 342-5898 View (424) 342-5898
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Maaya Ota
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CHT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Torrance, CA 90505  (Online Only)
I specialize in helping individuals with self esteem issues, childhood and relational traumas, interracial couples and families, cross-cultural issues, parenting issues and relational issues.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Certified Hypnotherapist who truly enjoy helping people live their lives to their full potential. I see challenges in life as opportunities for growth, and invitation to better ourselves. I have a masters degree in clinical psychology and working in the mental health field for over a decade helping clients achieve successful results.
I specialize in helping individuals with self esteem issues, childhood and relational traumas, interracial couples and families, cross-cultural issues, parenting issues and relational issues.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Certified Hypnotherapist who truly enjoy helping people live their lives to their full potential. I see challenges in life as opportunities for growth, and invitation to better ourselves. I have a masters degree in clinical psychology and working in the mental health field for over a decade helping clients achieve successful results.
(213) 315-6302 View (213) 315-6302
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Conscious Living Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Torrance, CA 90505
Troubled by feelings of overwhelming anger, sadness, anxiety, family and relationship problems, communication struggles, daily stress, parent/child stress, a "terrible" teen, self esteem worries, or addiction/food issues? There is relief from these problems and the pain they cause to you. At your own pace let's get to the root of the problem so it can be managed and hopefully eliminated. Seeking therapy can be overwhelming and scary, but you have already taken the first step just by searching this site. Let's do the rest of the work together!
Troubled by feelings of overwhelming anger, sadness, anxiety, family and relationship problems, communication struggles, daily stress, parent/child stress, a "terrible" teen, self esteem worries, or addiction/food issues? There is relief from these problems and the pain they cause to you. At your own pace let's get to the root of the problem so it can be managed and hopefully eliminated. Seeking therapy can be overwhelming and scary, but you have already taken the first step just by searching this site. Let's do the rest of the work together!
(310) 736-2168 View (310) 736-2168
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Dianne Kline, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
Have you experienced a traumatic event in your life and having recurring nightmares, flashbacks and panic attacks? Feeling depressed, anxious, stressed, overwhelmed and unable to cope with life's challenges? Have you experienced domestic violence in your home and feel alone and hopeless? Has your self-esteem and self-worth been affected by negative and self-defeating patterns and you're feeling frustrated? I provide a safe and trusting environment for adults and couples who need a competent and compassionate therapist that can help you improve the quality of your life.
Have you experienced a traumatic event in your life and having recurring nightmares, flashbacks and panic attacks? Feeling depressed, anxious, stressed, overwhelmed and unable to cope with life's challenges? Have you experienced domestic violence in your home and feel alone and hopeless? Has your self-esteem and self-worth been affected by negative and self-defeating patterns and you're feeling frustrated? I provide a safe and trusting environment for adults and couples who need a competent and compassionate therapist that can help you improve the quality of your life.
(424) 355-9026 View (424) 355-9026
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Debra Kabrin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PPS
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
Some of the issues I treat are domestic violence, step/blended families,family issues, rebuilding relationships, personal issues, self esteem, anxiety & personal issues.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I’m interested in working with all types of clients who are requiring more clarity and quality in their lives. My work includes assisting you in clarifying and reaching your goals. I am sensitive to cultural, ethnic, racial, gender, sexual & religious diversity & work in a non critical, non judgemental environment.
Some of the issues I treat are domestic violence, step/blended families,family issues, rebuilding relationships, personal issues, self esteem, anxiety & personal issues.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I’m interested in working with all types of clients who are requiring more clarity and quality in their lives. My work includes assisting you in clarifying and reaching your goals. I am sensitive to cultural, ethnic, racial, gender, sexual & religious diversity & work in a non critical, non judgemental environment.
(310) 331-8510 View (310) 331-8510
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Danielle Torres
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Torrance, CA 90505
Have you been hit with unimaginable life circumstances that make it difficult to move forward? Are you struggling with Low self esteem or negative self talk? Do you feel overwhelmed, avoid uncomfortable feelings, or have low motivation for change? Perhaps you want to change but don’t know where to start? I specialize in work with teens/adults dealing with grief and loss, and LGBTQIA and trans hurdles of coming, out and transitioning, anxiety and depression. I also work with 1st generation college students, professionals, and student athletes managing work life balance, cultural pressures, and performance issues.
Have you been hit with unimaginable life circumstances that make it difficult to move forward? Are you struggling with Low self esteem or negative self talk? Do you feel overwhelmed, avoid uncomfortable feelings, or have low motivation for change? Perhaps you want to change but don’t know where to start? I specialize in work with teens/adults dealing with grief and loss, and LGBTQIA and trans hurdles of coming, out and transitioning, anxiety and depression. I also work with 1st generation college students, professionals, and student athletes managing work life balance, cultural pressures, and performance issues.
(310) 564-7178 View (310) 564-7178
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Deana R. Straus
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT, CAMF
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
Taking the First Step is the Hardest...it is also the Most COURAGEOUS. I provide Counseling, Anger Management & Parenting. I work with adults, children, individuals, couples & families. I help those having difficulties in life to improve relationships & communication and to deal with STRESS, ANGER, DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, TRAUMA, GRIEF and LOSS in healthy ways. I can help change negative thinking and unhealthy behavior, improve self-esteem AND move past TRAUMA.
Taking the First Step is the Hardest...it is also the Most COURAGEOUS. I provide Counseling, Anger Management & Parenting. I work with adults, children, individuals, couples & families. I help those having difficulties in life to improve relationships & communication and to deal with STRESS, ANGER, DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, TRAUMA, GRIEF and LOSS in healthy ways. I can help change negative thinking and unhealthy behavior, improve self-esteem AND move past TRAUMA.
(424) 215-6285 View (424) 215-6285
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Susan Davies
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
I offer a warm, caring and understanding environment so that insight, self-esteem and personal growth can develop. We work together so that you can become your BEST self. To quote Socrates: "the unexamined life is not worth living". A glimpse into our past, helps us understand the present and creates the foundation for a better future. Accessing and understanding our feelings starts the process of knowing ourselves and others, allowing us to take personal responsibility and making healthier choices, that ultimately leads to positive, life-long changes.
I offer a warm, caring and understanding environment so that insight, self-esteem and personal growth can develop. We work together so that you can become your BEST self. To quote Socrates: "the unexamined life is not worth living". A glimpse into our past, helps us understand the present and creates the foundation for a better future. Accessing and understanding our feelings starts the process of knowing ourselves and others, allowing us to take personal responsibility and making healthier choices, that ultimately leads to positive, life-long changes.
(424) 294-8844 View (424) 294-8844
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Joanna Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
Welcome! I applaud you for taking this step towards healing. Whether you are seeking support for yourself or your child, you deserve to find the calm through the chaos of life's struggles. I understand how difficult it can be to seek support and recognize the courage it takes to share your most private vulnerabilities with someone. I am passionate about working with adult women who are looking to find their voice in the world, rebuild their sense of self-worth and self-esteem, and feel empowered to live their life to the fullest. In addition, I am also passionate about working with children, teens, young adults, and couples.
Welcome! I applaud you for taking this step towards healing. Whether you are seeking support for yourself or your child, you deserve to find the calm through the chaos of life's struggles. I understand how difficult it can be to seek support and recognize the courage it takes to share your most private vulnerabilities with someone. I am passionate about working with adult women who are looking to find their voice in the world, rebuild their sense of self-worth and self-esteem, and feel empowered to live their life to the fullest. In addition, I am also passionate about working with children, teens, young adults, and couples.
(310) 878-0636 View (310) 878-0636
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Christine Ferrigno
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Torrance, CA 90505
Sadness, anxiety, and self doubt can paralyze us and prevent us from experiencing the full life we deserve. As a compassionate and committed therapist, I want to help you find hope, to reduce your anxiety, and to develop a healthier self-esteem. We can uncover immediate ways to improve your quality of life and to help you to identify and change long stemming harmful patterns that may have you feeling 'stuck.'
Sadness, anxiety, and self doubt can paralyze us and prevent us from experiencing the full life we deserve. As a compassionate and committed therapist, I want to help you find hope, to reduce your anxiety, and to develop a healthier self-esteem. We can uncover immediate ways to improve your quality of life and to help you to identify and change long stemming harmful patterns that may have you feeling 'stuck.'
(424) 296-4947 View (424) 296-4947
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Jen Vachet
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
I believe in the importance of creating a trusting, safe and collaborative therapeutic relationship with my clients. I view each session as an opportunity to grow by working through personal challenges, developing greater self-awareness, learning to set healthy boundaries, and exploring the positive and negative styles of thinking. I believe that although treating symptoms is important, people must look at the deeper underlying issues that might include low self-esteem, codependency, or childhood trauma.
I believe in the importance of creating a trusting, safe and collaborative therapeutic relationship with my clients. I view each session as an opportunity to grow by working through personal challenges, developing greater self-awareness, learning to set healthy boundaries, and exploring the positive and negative styles of thinking. I believe that although treating symptoms is important, people must look at the deeper underlying issues that might include low self-esteem, codependency, or childhood trauma.
(310) 907-7836 View (310) 907-7836
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Barbara Mignosi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Torrance, CA 90505
Are parts of your life not working? Tired of doing this alone? I can help and use integrative methods of body, mind and spirit to address the whole person. If you are struggling with issues of stress management, self-esteem, difficult relationships, issues of substance abuse or co-dependency, I have professional and personal experience in these areas. Each person is unique so I utilize an eclectic approach to teach individuals how to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. We will spend the needed time understanding your situation so we can proceed with open minds and hearts. This is a positive first step.
Are parts of your life not working? Tired of doing this alone? I can help and use integrative methods of body, mind and spirit to address the whole person. If you are struggling with issues of stress management, self-esteem, difficult relationships, issues of substance abuse or co-dependency, I have professional and personal experience in these areas. Each person is unique so I utilize an eclectic approach to teach individuals how to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. We will spend the needed time understanding your situation so we can proceed with open minds and hearts. This is a positive first step.
(310) 736-2060 View (310) 736-2060
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Renate Sundelin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
As an experienced LCSW having specialized in providing support for chronic and acute medical illnesses, it has been my privilege to witness the tremendous resilience of the human spirit despite facing significant health challenges and distress. It is my practice to connect in a manner that is warm, empathetic and respectful. My engagement with each individuaI begins by acknowledging that they are most knowledgeable about themselves and their own lives. I utilize the Strengths based perspective. This is a partnership to identify barriers to achieving goals and developing methods to overcome and thrive.
As an experienced LCSW having specialized in providing support for chronic and acute medical illnesses, it has been my privilege to witness the tremendous resilience of the human spirit despite facing significant health challenges and distress. It is my practice to connect in a manner that is warm, empathetic and respectful. My engagement with each individuaI begins by acknowledging that they are most knowledgeable about themselves and their own lives. I utilize the Strengths based perspective. This is a partnership to identify barriers to achieving goals and developing methods to overcome and thrive.
(424) 587-3252 View (424) 587-3252
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Mimi Kent
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, M Ed
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
Supervised by Dr. Crystal Quarry, PsyD PSY29982. At Q Psychology Group, I partner with clients to support your healing, growth, and positive transformation. I create an intimate space infused with empathy and curiosity, but not without directness, authenticity and challenge. I have successfully helped clients reframe and address depression, anxiety, trauma, and shame, offering immediate relief from painful symptoms and limiting mindsets.
Supervised by Dr. Crystal Quarry, PsyD PSY29982. At Q Psychology Group, I partner with clients to support your healing, growth, and positive transformation. I create an intimate space infused with empathy and curiosity, but not without directness, authenticity and challenge. I have successfully helped clients reframe and address depression, anxiety, trauma, and shame, offering immediate relief from painful symptoms and limiting mindsets.
(424) 484-5800 View (424) 484-5800
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Brandi Michelle Romero
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Torrance, CA 90505
Available 8am-2pm on Weekdays! Brandi loves to work with all humans working through related to self-worth, relationships, identity, anxiety, etc. Brandi wants to provide that safe space that may be missing. Her goal is to help adults become introspective and limit the recreation of learned patterns. Brandi also loves to work with children and adolescents ages 7-17 around numerous issues, including, but not limited to: relationships/friendships, exploration, identity, self-esteem, anxiety, fears, and finding their voice. Brandi is dedicated to helping them become strong and healthy humans before they lead lives fully on their own.
Available 8am-2pm on Weekdays! Brandi loves to work with all humans working through related to self-worth, relationships, identity, anxiety, etc. Brandi wants to provide that safe space that may be missing. Her goal is to help adults become introspective and limit the recreation of learned patterns. Brandi also loves to work with children and adolescents ages 7-17 around numerous issues, including, but not limited to: relationships/friendships, exploration, identity, self-esteem, anxiety, fears, and finding their voice. Brandi is dedicated to helping them become strong and healthy humans before they lead lives fully on their own.
(310) 846-0477 View (310) 846-0477
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Amanda Rosales
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
Life is filled with many difficulties and unexpected events, and seeking therapy is a great start to help you navigate these challenges. I provide a safe, supportive, and empathetic therapeutic environment for my clients, helping them explore and process the struggles they encounter in life. Sometimes these struggles are accompanied by overwhelming thoughts and emotions, and I’m here to help my clients understand how they are impacted and what is best for them to move forward.
Life is filled with many difficulties and unexpected events, and seeking therapy is a great start to help you navigate these challenges. I provide a safe, supportive, and empathetic therapeutic environment for my clients, helping them explore and process the struggles they encounter in life. Sometimes these struggles are accompanied by overwhelming thoughts and emotions, and I’m here to help my clients understand how they are impacted and what is best for them to move forward.
(424) 391-8255 View (424) 391-8255
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Elise Ricks-James
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CATC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Torrance, CA 90505
My primary focus is the individual, family or couple who are unhappy with the relationships in their lives; helping them uncover the dynamics of those relationships, find your solution, closure, journey and ultimately, their path to accepting themselves. These dynamics can manifest themselves in addiction, alcohol, abuse, anxiety, depression, low self esteem, developmental and challenges of transitioning to different life stages. I help empower people, from women with long term sobriety facing life stage issues to parents struggling with teens. I honor the trust and faith placed on me and am committed to assisting you to THRIVE.
My primary focus is the individual, family or couple who are unhappy with the relationships in their lives; helping them uncover the dynamics of those relationships, find your solution, closure, journey and ultimately, their path to accepting themselves. These dynamics can manifest themselves in addiction, alcohol, abuse, anxiety, depression, low self esteem, developmental and challenges of transitioning to different life stages. I help empower people, from women with long term sobriety facing life stage issues to parents struggling with teens. I honor the trust and faith placed on me and am committed to assisting you to THRIVE.
(424) 242-2998 View (424) 242-2998
Self Esteem Therapists

When should a person seek therapy for low self-esteem?

When self-esteem problems begin to disrupt the healthy daily functioning of an individual, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not engaging with friends for fear of being judged, not completing work assignments because they don’t think they’re capable, or not finding romantic love because they don’t feel they’re worthy of it, a therapist may be able to help.

What are the signs of low self-esteem?

Low self-esteem is a common issue that can affect a person's mental and emotional well-being. Some common signs of low self-esteem include negative self-talk, perfectionism, social anxiety, difficulty making decisions, an inability to set boundaries, people-pleasing, and others. A lack of belief in oneself or one’s abilities and a feeling of not being worthy or deserving underlie most of these characteristics.

What causes low self-esteem?

Feelings of low self-worth can begin in childhood or adulthood. Being raised by a highly critical parent or growing up feeling constant disapproval can stay with a person well into adulthood. Specific issues in adulthood may also be a cause of low self-esteem. An unhappy relationship, a dysfunctional work or school experience can impact a person’s feelings of self-worth.

How can therapy improve self-esteem?

Therapists can help identify negative thought patterns that keep the client stuck in a loop of destructive self-talk and develop coping skills to change the voice in their head. A therapist can help with goal-setting, so that clients are better able to stay on task and build confidence from successfully completing work they’re proud of. Coaching a client on how to better communicate can improve relationships. These skills can result in someone with low self-esteem feeling empowered and living with less fear.